January 2006
1 New Year’s Day

Emancipation Proclamation Anniversary In 1853, President Lincoln formally issued the emancipation Proclamation freeing the slaves.

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Roman Catholic Holy Day celebrates the motherhood of Mary, mother of Jesus, proclaimed as the son of God by Christians.
2 Abington Junior High School PTO meeting, 7:30 p.m.
4 Parent Council at McKinley Elementary School, 7:30 p.m.
6 Feast of the Epiphany or Three Kings Day The first day of the Christian church season of Epiphany occurs the day after the 12th day of Christmas and is known as Three Kings Day in the Hispanic culture and parts of Europe. On this day, Christians remember the three wise men who came to present gifts to the Christ child, thereby “making know” or “revealing” (the meaning of the word epiphany) to the world Jesus as Lord and King.
7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Celebrated on this day by the Eastern Orthodox and Greek Orthodox Christians who follow the Julian Calendar.
9 Parent Advisory Board for Gifted Education, 7:00 p.m., Abington Junior High School

Copper Beech Elementary School PTA Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Willow Hill Elementary School PTO Meeting, 7:30 p.m.
10 Abington School Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Abington School District Administration Building, 970 Highland Ave., Abington

Abington Adult School Registration, 7:30-9:00 p.m., Abington Senior High School Cafeteria

Id al-Adha On this Muslim holy day known as the Feast of Sacrifice, Moslems attend a service in their mosque and those who are not pilgrims perform a ritual slaughter of a sheep to commemorate the ransom (animal) God provided when Abraham was about to sacrifice his son. This day marks the end of the Pilgrimage or hajj rites at Mina, Saudi Arabia, near Mecca, and is celebrated by Muslims throughout the world.
11 Abington Adult School Registration, 7:30-9:00 p.m., Abington Senior High School Cafeteria

Chorus Concert - Abington Junior High School, 7:30 p.m.

12 Rydal Elementary School PTO meeting, 9:15 a.m.

College Seminar: The Financial Aid Process with guest speaker, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Details at “Keeping Current/Tips”

Overlook Elementary School PTO meeting, 7:30 p.m.
13 Red Cross Winter Blood Drive at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Details at “Keeping Current/Tips”
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World Religion Day This day is meant to call attention to the need for the religions of the world to strive to be a unifying influence for humanity. It is always the third Sunday in January. For more information, visit www.worldreligionday.com
16 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day This day observes the birthday of this civil rights leader, minister, and winner of the 1964 Nobel Peace Prize, who was assassinated April 4, 1968. The people of America are called to remember the injustices that Dr. King fought and to continue to right wrongs so that people of all races may enjoy freedom, equality, and dignity. It is also a time to remember the message of change through nonviolence. This year’s theme is: “Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off!” For details of Abington Township’s 21st Annual Memorial Service, see “Special Events.”
17 Band Concert – Abington Junior High School, 7:30 p.m.
18 Orchestra Winter Concert – Abington Junior High School, 7:30 p.m.

Highland Elementary School PTO meeting, 7:30 p.m.

McKinley Elementary School PTO Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
23 Abington Senior High School PTO meeting, 7:30 p.m.
24 Abington School Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Abington School District Administration Building, 970 Highland Ave., Abington
25 Band Winter Concert – Abington Senior High School, 7:30 p.m.
26 Roslyn Elementary School PTO Meeting, 7:30 p.m.
29 Chinese New Year 2006 is the year of the Dog. Chinese New Year begins with the new moon and ends with the full moon 15 days later on Lantern Day. It is determined based on a combination of lunar and solar movements. A month is 29.5 days long. An extra month is added to the Chinese calendar every 7 years in a 19-year cycle. New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are celebrated with family as a time or reunion and thanksgiving. Departed ancestors are remembered with great respect because they laid the foundation for the family’s fortune and glory. Their presence is acknowledged at a New Year’s Eve feast.
30 Abington School District 6th Grade Parent Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Abington Junior High School
   
       
         
 

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